August in the Lake District, Cumbria

Summer is in full swing and it’s the perfect time to reconnect with family and friends. Whatever your travel style, there’s something for you to enjoy in the Lake District, Cumbria – so whether you want an adventure in the great outdoors, a cultural escape, a foodie tour of the area, or something else, we’ve got you covered!

Across the county, there are fantastic local attractions just waiting to be discovered. Historic homes and castles, fascinating museums, action packed activity centres and so much more await. Love food and drink? This is the foodie capital of the north (if you ask us, anyway!) and there are plenty of places to grab a bite. From Michelin starred restaurants to cosy country pubs with outdoor terraces, local produce and home cooked cuisine takes centre stage.

Looking for something to do? There are events taking place throughout the summer: we’ve got festivals, country shows, outdoor theatre, and so much more to enjoy. Take a look at what’s on here, and don’t forget to book ahead to avoid missing out.

The great outdoors are ready to be discovered, with water sports, hiking, and plenty more. If you’re planning to head out onto the water, don’t forget to be #AdventureSmart. There are lots of great instructors and equipment hire centres who can offer expert advice, tuition and tips to help you enjoy the area as safely as possible.

When it comes to finding your dream accommodation, we’ve got you more than covered. From self-catering cottages with sunny gardens to friendly guest houses; camping and glamping to hotels with a pool, book your perfect place to stay here. And if you’re visiting in your motorhome, check out our Van Life page for tips and advice.

Why not make the journey part of the experience and travel in a more sustainable way, with free and low-cost transport options in locations like Wasdale, Buttermere and Catbells. For more savings on Travel, Northern are offering 25% off with duo tickets, the perfect way to explore the Cumbrian coast with a friend.

In need of some retail therapy? Head to Staveley and visit inov-8's Forge Store where you'll find all the kit you need to explore the Cumbrian countryside this summer. To put the kit to good use, get involved with the Green Space Sark Skies finale event on Scafell Pike, where you’ll help to make a light based artwork on England’s highest mountain.

In Ulverston The Coro are bringing an exhibition you don't want to miss! Free to visit,  Incredible Journeys is here from the 5th-26th August. Also on the Cumbrian Coast The Dock Museum is the ideal family day out this summer where you'll find exhibitions and events and even a playground and picnic tables outside to enjoy the sun!

Let the arts and culture continue to inspire by visiting Brantwood for outdoor theatre showing Peter Pan, brought to you by Illyria Theatre. For more live performances, Theatre by the Lake are brining you Brief Encounter. Full of laughter, romance and musical numbers, it's a sure hit this summer!

Animal lovers will enjoy a trip to Walby Farm Park, which offers a whole host of activities alongside the opportunity to meet friendly farm animals.

Looking for luxury all the family can enjoy (even your beloved dog), North Lakes Hotel & Spa is the perfect place to stay. For somewhere to yourself, The Coppermines Lakes Cottages have a range of self-catering properties to suit all your needs. 

Enjoy August in The Lake District, Cumbria!

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Make the journey part of the experience!

With new free / low-cost shuttlebus routes, it’s easier than ever to visit some of the Lake District’s most iconic visitor spots this summer. All running until Sunday 4 September. 

• The free (donation only) Wasdale Shuttlebus provides easy access from Ravenglass and Gosforth to the dramatic surroundings of England's deepest lake. Runs Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holiday
• The daily Cat Bells Shuttlebus enables passengers to travel with ease between the famous market town of Keswick and the foot of Cat Bells.
• The free daily Buttermere Shuttlebus links Cockermouth with the Buttermere Valley and its accessible round-the-lake walks.

Also, don’t miss substantially discounted tickets for up to 5 people travelling together on selected Stagecoach services: the ‘Keswick and Honister Dayrider’ or ‘Penrith and Ullswater Dayrider’.

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Don’t miss the Summer Fun on the Farm at Walby Farm Park with exciting activities every week including Den Building, Foot Golf, Birds of Prey, Meet the Dinosaurs, National Festival Circus, Pond Dipping as well as our daily Farm Foam Parties.  We will also be opening the gates to our Sunflower field during the holidays too!

Why not book our new Summertime Pass which gives you unlimited access all summer – come every day if you want. 

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Looking for a physical and creative challenge?

Do you, your family and friends want to take part in a once-in-a-lifetime experience on SCAFELL PIKE, Saturday 3 September? Then join us in this Green Space Dark Skies finale event, led by Walk the Plank as part of UNBOXED: Creativity in the UK festival. You’ll be helping to make a stunning, light-based artwork.

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Brief Encounter - Theatre by the Lake

From 14 September all the romance of the original, with added tea and buns, Brief Encounter arrives into Keswick’s Theatre by the Lake. This playful production turns Noël Coward’s film inside out, adding joyous musical numbers and physical comedy, while maintaining the truly classic romance of the original. With live music and laugh-out-loud moments, this brand new production is the perfect summer treat.

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North Lakes Hotel & Spa

Enjoy a wide range of dining options both inside in the FYR Grill Restaurant and outside in the new BBQ concept. Enjoy relaxing treatments and splash in the pool in the Luxury Spa. There’s plenty to do for the children with the outside play area, large games and beanbag cinema club. And with dog friendly rooms too there’s something for everyone at North Lakes Hotel & Spa.

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Incredible Journeys at The Coro, Ulverston

 
Soar through the air and plunge under the sea in Ulverston this summer in a free, family-friendly exhibition exploring the fascinating worlds of animal and human migration. Enter under the unforgettable sight of huge inflatable cartoon tentacles reaching out into the Ulverston sky and there’s a world of Incredible Journeys inside just waiting to be explored.
The centrepiece is the awe-inspiring video installation Aerial, which transforms 3D laser scans of fourteen extraordinary migratory birds into dancing bodies of light in a breath-taking virtual diorama.

Complemented by a series of smaller exhibits, Incredible Journeys is a perfect trip out whether you have ten minutes or two hours to spare. Open Thursdays-Sundays, 5-26 August, 10am-5pm.

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Coppermines Lakes Cottages

Explore more… with a late summer break in the glorious Lakes with The Coppermines Lakes Cottages. There’s still time to escape to the Lakes this summer. We have beautiful, hand-picked cottages available for short breaks & full weeks this August and beyond – all from our long-established, locally run, independent agency.

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Summer at Brantwood

The Heritage house, Gardens, Gift Shop and Café are open from 10.30am to 5pm daily. Severn Studio Exhibition:
An Echo in the Sky by Daniel Cooper takes place from 13th August to 12th September.

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Summer Fun at The Dock Museum 

 
Come and visit the award winning, unique museum, suspended over a 19th century dry dock. We offer FREE car parking and FREE entry and we're open 7 days a week for the duration of the summer holidays. Indoors there are galleries, changing exhibitions, gift shop and a café.  Outside is a themed playground, picnic tables and a lifeboat.

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Visit inov-8's Staveley store
 

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Fun days out by train with Northern